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157 Forest Dr, Piscataway, NJ, 08854

2beds
2baths
1,532sqft
$460,000
$300price/sqft
$3,369/moest. monthly cost
$134,760/yrincome needed

About This Home

Conveniently located in the Birch Glen community in Piscataway NJ, this charming townhouse offers a comfortable and inviting living space. From the moment you enter the 2 story foyer, you are welcomed by the warmth of hardwood floors. As you make your way up to the main living area you are led into a dining room open to a large living room, that overlooks the foyer. The dining room flows into a beautiful eat-in kitchen with corian countertops, tiled backsplash, and hardwood flooring. Down the hall are 2 spacious bedrooms; the primary bedroom is natural light filled with a walk-in closet, full bath and balcony access. The second bedroom offers balcony access through glass sliders. A 2nd full bath, and laundry/utility complete this beautiful home. In addition, enjoy the Birch Glen amenities including the pool, clubhouse, tennis courts, and playground. Located approximately 11 minutes from Rutgers New Brunswick, and 15-20 minutes by car to NJ Transit access to NYC and Philadelphia. In addition, conveniently located to shopping and other fun things the area has to offer.

Getting Around

13
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
41
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
6/10
6/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2005

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Townhouse, Traditional
  • Property subType: Townhouse

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Gas Range/Oven,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Kitchen Exhaust Fan,Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Area: 0

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Features: Living Dining Combo

Features

  • Entrance Foyer,2 Bedrooms,Bath Main,Bath Second,Dining Room,Kitchen,Laundry Room,Living Room,None
  • Window features: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Wood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,532
  • Total interior livable area: 1,532 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Granite/Corian Countertops, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Pantry, Separate Dining Area

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Full Bath

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Ramp(s),Wide Doorways

Details

  • Parcel number: 170330100000000103C0157
  • Zoning: R10A

Features

  • Levels: Two, At Grade
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: Outdoor Pool,In Ground
  • Patio & porch: Deck
  • Exterior features: Deck,Door(s)-Storm/Screen,Insulated Pane Windows,Storage Shed

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,528 sqft
  • Features: See Remarks

Parking

  • Parking features: Unassigned,Paved

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Ice Storm
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties

Fire
Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,326$27,912
Home Insurance *$127$1,524
Property Taxes $723$8,676
Electricity $193$2,318
Total$3,369$40,428
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$115,508/yr
40% on housing$101,070/yr
45% on housing$89,840/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

New Jersey Insurance Underwriting Association

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HailHail
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Current Policies
Residential: 7,029Commercial: 173
Total Premiums$5.54M
Total Exposure$1.19B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.6%
7.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -2.7%
-2.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$300This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 08854$313
Middlesex County$305

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 08854$353
Middlesex County$345

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-11Contingent$460,000
2026-06-13Listed for sale$460,000
2021-03-24Listing removed--
2017-08-31Sold$262,500
2014-11-15Listing removed$279,000
2014-11-10Listed for sale$279,000
2006-11-21Sold$289,000
2005-06-09Sold$259,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentKENNETH MAZUREK
BrokerageRE/MAX DIAMOND, REALTORS

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